Worth Reading

Worth Reading (#wr365) aims to get everyone in Fort Worth reading, learning and having fun – all year long.

A partnership between the library, Fort Worth ISD and other community organizations, Worth Reading expands and enhances the traditional summer reading program, offering activities and programs at locations throughout the Metroplex.

The program is divided into four-month chapters, each with its own activities and prizes. The current chapter runs May 1 – August 31, 2015.

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How to Participate

Pick up an Activity Card at any partner location – including all Fort Worth libraries – or download a copy.

Each time you complete one or more activities, have your card stamped at any partner location.

The first time you complete at least five different activities, take your Card to a partner location to receive a Certificate of Completion and an incentive, for example a voucher for admission to the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. Participants may submit only one Card per day.

Each completed Card (five activities) serves as an entry in the grand-prize drawing, so continue submitting completed Cards at any partner location.

Do you enjoy an action-packed story or cutting-edge animation? This program features the entire animated series of some of your favorite characters, and is sure to satisfy your entertainment needs. (Ages 13 - 17)

Come experience art in a makerspace environment at the Library. Designed to stimulate expression, innovation and new thoughts, makerspace participants experiment in a social setting. Teens share with others through hands-on applications and trial and error. Join local recycled artist VET and select from traditional and unusual materials to create your own art. (Ages 13 - 17)

Celebrate the diversity of local authors who have published books for children and teens on a variety of literary themes. Chat with your favorites, get their autographs and learn what inspires them. (All ages)

Come play with blocks in ways that develop science, technology, engineering and math skills. Learners will be exposed to basic concepts in architecture, gravity, and balance, while learning shapes and numbers. Collaborative activities provide an environment for experimenting and developing critical thinking skills. (No children over 6; all children must be accompanied by an adult.)

This craft program offers kids an outlet for self-expression. It’s all about creativity and working in a no-pressure environment. Attend the full two hours or make one craft and hang out…it’s up to you. (Ages 8 - 12)

Would you like to know what your dreams really mean? We’ll teach you how to analyze the symbolism and keep a dream journal. Come prepared with a recent dream to find out what your subconscious is trying to tell you. (Ages 13 - 17)

Step into virtual reality with the gaming phenomenon Minecraft. By creating interactive, virtual environments participants will explore, build and conquer their new world either alone or with friends. New features designed specifically for Xbox 360 make this a whole new way to play Minecraft. (Ages 13 - 17)

With the help of a trained instructor, children and their adult caregivers meet weekly to read and discuss award-winning children’s books. The program encourages critical thinking and helps children understand the connections between stories and real-life situations. Taught in English and Spanish. Registration Required. (Ages 6 - 10)

Express your creativity by using a variety of recycled supplies to make something new and original. Continue your artistic journey with library books full of ideas. Participants learn the importance of environmental responsibility.

LEGO® has gone high-tech with the introduction of Mindstorms EV3. You’ll put your problem-solving skills to work as you build motorized LEGO robots. Then program them to do all kinds of tasks using basic technology and engineering skills. Registration Required. (Ages 13 – 18)

Special story time series for lively children. If your child has always wanted to be loud in the library, then this is the right place. Explore sounds, movements, stories and rhymes – no shushing aloud! (Ages 2 – 5)

Travel with your imagination at the Museum’s Noble Planetarium. This story time introduces the scientific concepts of weather, moon and stars in a child-friendly presentation. Limited seating available. Intended for pre-school children and their families.

Enjoy a fun-filled hour of folktales and activities with Melody Bell. Participants will present stories that motivate and inspire using instruments, songs, costumes and props. Activities will reinforce
students’ abilities to listen, analyze stories, and draw their own conclusions. (Youth)

Champion spinner Val Oliver demonstrates the spinning arts of yo-yo, spin top and diabolo in a high energy, entertaining show. Participants will learn how to get started in the spinning arts and appropriate drills to enhance specific techniques. (Ages 13 -17)

No entiende? No problema! Learn basic Spanish-language skills to help you communicate in the workplace. This class is specifically designed for adults with little-to-no Spanish speaking ability and covers basic grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, commonly used verbs and everyday concepts. (Adult)